Liverpool have confirmed plans to introduce safety rail seating at Anfield.
Starting from next season, 7,800 seats will be installed at the back of the Kop and the lower tier of the Anfield Road Stand as part of a 12-month trial.
The move is designed to reduce the risks associated with persistent standing, which has taken place inside the stadium during match days for several years.
However Reds’ officials insist the modification roll-out is not part of any ‘safe standing’ areas, meaning that Anfield will continue to be an all-seater venue.
Seated stadia became compulsory from 1994/95 following recommendations made in the Taylor Report, which investigated the Hillsborough disaster.
Ahead of Tuesday’s announcement, the club sent personal letters to families of the victims that lost their lives in 1989 to explain the reasons for the trial.
The introduction of rail seating was advised by the Sports Grounds Safety Authority (SGSA), who believe it can help prevent potential crowd collapses.
Andy Hughes, Liverpool’s chief operating officer, said: “The safety of our supporters when they come to Anfield is our absolute priority and we are fully committed to working with the SGSA on the trial of these new seats at Anfield.
“It is critical that we listen to the experts and deliver their recommendations to address this safety issue.
“We have informed key stakeholders and thank all fans for their input and support during this trial.
“We will complete a full review of the trial in 12 months at the end of next season.”